• Hand-rearing feed for all bird chicks
  • Hand-rearing feed for all bird chicks

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Hand Rearing Bird Formula - Nekton Baby-Bird

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Complete Hand-Rearing Formula for Chicks

NEKTON-Baby-Bird from Nekton is a hand rearing bird formula—a complete feed for ornamental bird chicks. Official materials describe highly receptive carbohydrates, proteins, and minerals, herbal components such as rose hips, vegetable oils with omega fatty acids, plus probiotic and prebiotic support for crop and gut flora.

Quick product facts

  • Brand: Nekton
  • Complete hand-rearing feed for ornamental bird chicks
  • Mix with lukewarm water (38–40 °C) shortly before feeding
  • Includes probiotic Bacillus velezensis DSM 15544 (2×10⁹ CFU/kg)
  • Sizes on this listing: 500 g, 1000 g

Before using

  • Prepare fresh for each feed; do not hold mixed mush
  • Use clean containers; boiled or bottled water recommended
  • Keep feed temperature consistent with label guidance
  • Confirm ratios on the pack you receive

What Nekton lists it for

Official copy calls NEKTON-Baby-Bird a complete feeding for successful hand-rearing of bird chicks. It is geared to natural diet via herbal components, supplies omega-3/6/9 fatty acids from vegetable oils, and includes prebiotic mannan-oligosaccharides, beta-glucans, and fructans alongside probiotic bacteria for crop and intestinal flora.

Analytical components (manufacturer): protein 22.5%, crude fat 8.3%, crude fibre 1%, crude ash 9%, calcium 1.06%, phosphorus 0.74%.

How to mix | Manufacturer directions

Mix the recommended amount with lukewarm water (38–40 °C) in a clean container shortly before feeding:

Chick age Powder : water (parts)
Day 1–2 1 : 6
Day 2–3 1 : 5
Day 3–4 1 : 4
Day 4–5 1 : 3
From day 5 1 : 2

Label note: Due to natural ingredients, dark spots may appear after mixing—manufacturer states these are harmless and the formula can be fed as usual. To reduce bacterial contamination, use boiled or bottled water.

Composition highlights | Manufacturer

Group Listed items
Base Bakery products, vegetable protein extracts, dextrose, sugar, puffed rice, minerals, vegetable oils, yeast, derivatives of vegetable origin, rose hips, psyllium, yeast cell walls (MOS)
Selected vitamins (per kg) Vitamin A 13,000 IU; D3 2,000 IU; C 150 mg; E 55 mg
Zootechnical Bacillus velezensis DSM 15544, 2×10⁹ CFU/kg
Technological Sorbic acid

Summarized from the official NEKTON-Baby-Bird listing and EN infosheet. Confirm full additives against the pack you receive.

Sizes on this listing

Offered in 500 g and 1000 g. Primary offer below is the 500 g pack.

Storage & hygiene

  • Store dry and out of sunlight, 15–25 °C
  • Do not store in the fridge
  • Use within 3 months after opening
  • Replace feed daily; disinfect utensils regularly

Frequently Asked Questions About NEKTON-Baby-Bird

What is NEKTON-Baby-Bird?
It is a complete hand-rearing formula for ornamental bird chicks from Nekton—mixed with lukewarm water into a homogeneous mush for spoon or crop feeding per your rearing routine.
How do I mix Baby-Bird by chick age?
Manufacturer ratios with 38–40 °C water: day 1–2 at 1:6, day 2–3 at 1:5, day 3–4 at 1:4, day 4–5 at 1:3, and from day 5 at 1:2 (powder:water). Mix fresh shortly before each feed.
Why mix at 38–40 °C?
Official guidance says lukewarm water in that range helps retain vitamins, enzymes, and probiotic bacteria in full content. Do not use boiling water on the powder.
What hygiene steps does Nekton require?
Prepare fresh, use clean containers, prefer boiled or bottled water, replace feed daily, disinfect feeding equipment regularly, and offer only what will be consumed. Do not refrigerate the dry product.
Are dark spots in the mixed mush a problem?
Manufacturer notes that dark spots may appear after mixing due to natural ingredients and states they are harmless—the formula can be fed as usual.
What sizes are on this listing?
This listing offers 500 g and 1000 g. The primary offer below is the 500 g pack.
Important Safety Notice

For animal use only. Not for human use.

Follow the mixing rate and hygiene guidance on the pack you receive. Keep out of reach of children.

Nutritional product only—not a medicine. Seek avian veterinary care when birds are unwell.

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Is veterinary guidance recommended before using this product?

While many avian and small animal products are available without an in-person veterinary visit, proper diagnosis is important. Birds and small animals can be highly sensitive to stress, and treatment decisions should always be made carefully. We recommend consulting a licensed veterinarian to confirm the appropriate product and dosage for your animal’s specific condition.

If a prescription product is required, we can help facilitate consultation with a licensed veterinarian where appropriate.

Is this product safe for my pet?

When used according to label directions, this product is intended for animal use. Always follow the instructions carefully and review the product description for species suitability and administration guidance. If you are unsure, consult a veterinarian.

Unless specifically labeled, products are not intended for human consumption or for animals intended for meat or egg production for human consumption.

How is this product administered?

Administration instructions are provided on the product label and in the product description. Depending on the formulation, this product may be given orally, mixed in drinking water, applied topically, or added to feed. Always follow dosage guidelines carefully and consult a veterinarian if you are unsure about proper administration.

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